What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caregiver for Elderly - Starting at $14 position at A Friend In Need Home Care?
Immediate start upon passing background check.
Shifts available. Weekday Monday - Friday. Starts in the afternoon; after 12pm. 20 hours per week.
Morning shift available as well
**Must be comfortable with small pet(s)
***Must have driver's license and reliable transportation***
If you enjoy helping the elderly and have a passion for serving others, you should come work with us. Our staff provides 1 on 1 support to seniors in the comfort of home and improve their quality of living.
You will:
- Follow and execute care plans
- Deliver basic routine services (chores, shopping/errands, meal prep, and personal hygiene, etc.) to senior.
- Document and provide updates electronically
- Monitor and report changes in health
- Provide transportation/rides and escort to nearby grocery stores, pharmacy, or doctor visits.
You should apply If you have:
- At least 1 year professional health care experience.
- A valid driver’s license and good driving record
- Good with Pets (preferred)
- Able to handle physical workload (lifting, bending, standing)
- Skills or aptitude for technology, mobile apps, and computers.
- Able to build rapport with clients
- Positive and patient demeanor
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to successfully complete criminal and motor vehicle background screenings, including sex and abuse registry checks, employment referral and a post offer TB test.
We offer:
- Paid Orientation & Training
- Weekly Pay
- Paid-Time Off
- Fixed weekly schedules
- Referral Pay
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Travel (between shifts)
- Engaged Leadership
- Opportunities to make a difference in a senior’s life
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $14.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
Healthcare setting:
- Long term care
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Overland Park, KS 66214: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14